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as in cuddling
to touch one another with the lips as a sign of love
it's traditional for couples to kiss under the mistletoe at Christmastime
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as in brushing
to pass lightly across or touch gently especially in passing
a gentle breeze kissing the water's surface
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Recent Examples of kissing
People should avoid kissing or snuggling with backyard birds, the CDC says.
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Jonel Aleccia, Los Angeles Times, 30 Apr. 2026
Chalamet and Jenner have been romantically linked since April 2023, and they were seen kissing during a Beyoncé concert in early September 2023.
—Daniel S. Levine, PEOPLE, 29 Apr. 2026
Alba shared sweet moments in the photo dump, including an image of herself kissing Ramirez on the cheek and another photo of Ramirez kissing her cheek.
—Sarah Sotoodeh, FOXNews.com, 28 Apr. 2026
People should avoid kissing or snuggling with backyard birds, the CDC says.
—Jonel Aleccia, Chicago Tribune, 27 Apr. 2026
Even more damning photos were published Thursday, which appear to show the pair kissing at a New York bar in early 2020.
—Jami Ganz, New York Daily News, 24 Apr. 2026
But one night, with my reserve weakened by cheap Sambuca shots, Tom and I ended up kissing.
—Rebecca Cope, Vogue, 22 Apr. 2026
Like David Lynch is kissing you from beyond the grave.
—Rebecca Alter, Vulture, 22 Apr. 2026
Hudson added a large white heart to the bottom of the pic, as well as a GIF of two kissing swans.
—David Faris, Newsweek, 27 Feb. 2025
Jonel Aleccia, Los Angeles Times, 30 Apr. 2026
Chalamet and Jenner have been romantically linked since April 2023, and they were seen kissing during a Beyoncé concert in early September 2023.
—Daniel S. Levine, PEOPLE, 29 Apr. 2026
Alba shared sweet moments in the photo dump, including an image of herself kissing Ramirez on the cheek and another photo of Ramirez kissing her cheek.
—Sarah Sotoodeh, FOXNews.com, 28 Apr. 2026
People should avoid kissing or snuggling with backyard birds, the CDC says.
—Jonel Aleccia, Chicago Tribune, 27 Apr. 2026
Even more damning photos were published Thursday, which appear to show the pair kissing at a New York bar in early 2020.
—Jami Ganz, New York Daily News, 24 Apr. 2026
But one night, with my reserve weakened by cheap Sambuca shots, Tom and I ended up kissing.
—Rebecca Cope, Vogue, 22 Apr. 2026
Like David Lynch is kissing you from beyond the grave.
—Rebecca Alter, Vulture, 22 Apr. 2026
Hudson added a large white heart to the bottom of the pic, as well as a GIF of two kissing swans.
—David Faris, Newsweek, 27 Feb. 2025
Recent Examples of Synonyms for kissing
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The couple shared an idyllic photo to mark the occasion, cuddling in the grass with their young and beautiful children, Prince George, 12, Prince Louis, newly 8, and Princess Charlotte, 10 and their dog, Orla.—
Kelly Lawler,
USA Today,
30 Apr. 2026
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Staff described her as a dog with a lot of energy who loves playing with other dogs and cuddling people — and who clearly loves her routine.—
Samantha Agate,
Charlotte Observer,
24 Apr. 2026
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Moesenthin said her favorite part was brushing the horses.—
Nick Lunemann,
CBS News,
27 Apr. 2026
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Aveda’s Brilliant Damage Control is our top heat-shielding pick that also strengthens hair from within (thanks, wheat protein) and prevents breakage caused by brushing, combing, and styling.—
Sarah Felbin,
Allure,
26 Apr. 2026
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The trio of pictures shows the couple first in fun, formal attire kissing behind Fleetwood's hat, then smooching along the water – a third image shows Fleetwood in the water.—
Mike Snider,
USA Today,
10 Apr. 2026
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The new couple was most recently spotted smooching and holding hands in Los Angeles' Los Feliz neighborhood on Friday, April 3, and getting coffees on Sunday, April 5.—
Jack Smart,
PEOPLE,
7 Apr. 2026
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Sycamore examines her complicated relationship with her late grandmother Gladys, a renowned Baltimore artist, and begins by literally touching her paintings and collages.—
Literary Hub,
Literary Hub,
28 Apr. 2026
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To protect yourself, the CDC encourages washing your hands after touching birds, anything in their habitat, and their eggs.—
Addy Bink,
The Hill,
28 Apr. 2026
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The Kardashians reality star made her Paris runway debut at the Balenciaga Couture show in July 2022, alongside Nicole Kidman and Naomi Campbell in a body-hugging black dress.—
Emily Kirkpatrick,
PEOPLE,
30 Apr. 2026
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Russini resigned from The Athletic earlier this month amid mounting criticism over her relationship with Vrabel, the New England Patriots’ head coach, after being photographed hugging and holding hands at a private resort in Sedona, Arizona.—
Scott Thompson,
FOXNews.com,
29 Apr. 2026
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People should avoid kissing or snuggling with backyard birds, the CDC says.—
Jonel Aleccia,
Chicago Tribune,
27 Apr. 2026
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Today's Jenna Bush Hager celebrated the siblings’ first moments together with a trio of snapshots on her Instagram account, showing Mila and Poppy peering into Hal’s bassinet and snuggling up in the hospital bed alongside their mom and the newborn.—
Kate Hogan,
PEOPLE,
16 Apr. 2026
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“Kissing.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/kissing. Accessed 3 May. 2026.
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